Alex Molden: Motivational Speaker
Leadership keynote speaker Alex Molden helps teams improve communication, collaboration, and performance through lessons from the NFL and real-world business experience.
Quick Facts:
- Former NFL first-round draft pick with 8-year professional career
- Played for the New Orleans Saints, San Diego Chargers, and Detroit Lions
- Corporate experience with McDonald’s and leadership consulting with Nike
- Worked with Boys & Girls Clubs of America on youth mentorship
- Formats:
- Keynote Speaker, Leadership Speaker, Team Performance Expert
- Audiences:
- Corporate teams, leadership groups, sales organizations, and companies seeking to improve collaboration, communication, and performance.
- Outcomes:
- Stronger team communication and collaboration
- Improved leadership and accountability across teams
- Increased motivation and performance in high-pressure environments
- Travels from: West Linn, OR
- **US Fee range: $5,001 - $10,000
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Keynote Topics:
Possible Topics
- Leadership Foundations
- The Dynamics of a Good Team
- How to get unstuck when trying to figure out your purpose
- How to raise Dragons
Talent Short Bio
Alex Molden is a dynamic keynote speaker and former NFL first-round draft pick who brings powerful lessons on teamwork, leadership, and resilience to organizations worldwide. With an eight-year professional football career playing for teams including the New Orleans Saints, San Diego Chargers, and Detroit Lions, Alex developed a deep understanding of high-performance environments and what it takes to succeed under pressure.
Transitioning from professional sports to the corporate world, Alex built a diverse career that includes leadership roles at McDonald’s and impactful work with the Boys & Girls Clubs of America, where he focused on mentorship and leadership development. He has also consulted with major brands like Nike, helping organizations strengthen team dynamics and leadership effectiveness.
Alex’s keynote presentations combine engaging storytelling with practical strategies, helping teams improve communication, build trust, and work more effectively together. His real-world experiences across sports, corporate leadership, and community engagement allow him to connect with diverse audiences and deliver insights that translate into action.
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